Genelle Ilene Wilson

Genelle Wilson, age 84, passed away on September 15, 2022. She was born on August 26, 1938, in Missouri Valley, Iowa to Helen and Gilbert Storrs. She is the youngest of three sisters and shared the same birth date with her middle sister “Billie.” She graduated valedictorian from Missouri Valley High School in 1956. Genelle married Garry Wilson on April 10, 1961, and they had three children, Michael, Lisa and Linda, and they raised their family in Lapeer, Michigan. The two met on a blind date arranged by her best friend and nursing school classmate, Sue. Sue then later married Garry’s best friend Bob Johnson. The two couples remained lifelong best friends and made many memories together. Genelle enjoyed her career as a registered nurse for many years. She worked at the Lapeer County Hospital, was a school nurse for Lapeer County and worked as a nursing home nurse. Genelle was active in supporting the youth programs at Hunters Creek Community Church. She formed and coached a cheerleading group for its Awana club and loved singing in the church choir. In her spare time, Genelle enjoyed arts and crafts including crochet which she made many sweaters, blankets, and scarfs for the cold Michigan winters. She loved going on long family camping trips beginning with a family tent, then camping trailer and later an RV which her grandkids nicknamed a “Homie.” She was known as “Mommo” to all her grandchildren and “GG” to her great grandchildren. She always let them know how much she loved them, and never let them leave without her lipstick kiss on their cheeks. In her recent years you could find her at home, watching all the sport games, and enjoying a piece of Dove dark chocolate. She was a fierce yet loving women who cared deeply for her family, friends, and loved ones. She will be greatly missed by all. “Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again." Genelle is preceded in death by her husband, Garry Wilson, and daughter, Linda Wilson. She is survived by son, Michael Wilson; daughter, Lisa and Steve Atwood; granddaughter, Katherine Wilson; granddaughter, Brittany and Ben Hulst; grandson, Drew and Bradie Atwood; grandson, Nick Atwood; granddaughter, Abby Atwood and great-grandchildren, Caiden, Ethan, Aria, Levi and Nolan. A private family committal service will take place in Holland, MI. Her Burial service will take place in Ridgewood Cemetery, Council Bluffs, IA. To send flowers to the graveside, it is recommended to order locally in Council Bluffs, and they may be sent to Cutler-O'Niell Funeral Home, 545 Willow Ave. Council Bluffs, IA 51503. 712.322.7779.

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Genelle Ilene Wilson

August 26, 1938 - September 16, 2022